The Level I CFA exam (basic knowledge exam), is a "time-pressure exercise of learning a little about a lot of topics". Exam Success provides winning study solutions that cut the fat, teach you how to tackle the overwhelming volume and breadth of material and give you the keys to answer the questions (standalone Multiple Choice format) the "CFA" way.

By Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI | Level 1 CFA Exam
Focus Course By Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI | Level I CFA Exam Want swift score gains, studying new material or just need a refresher? Focus is our NEW, customizable modular study system made for high-yield prep on any schedule, all created and taught by Prof. Gordon. Simplified and compact yet robust in content and versatility, Focus Course for the Level I CFA exam truly defines "Just Right." |
DELIVERY FORMAT & TIMING: On demand with any device. Access granted upon enrollment. BEST CFA CANDIDATE: Students who want a speedy spot-learning or a main-study source, on any timeline, for the extra push over the passing score. |
How's it work? ![]() Prof. Gordon breaks down our customizable CFA prep experience here: |
Focus Course Packages
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- All 10 Topic Modules +
Plus provides our best value, most comprehensive Focus Course option — leaving nothing to chance when preparing for your CFA exam.
Plus includes all 10 Topic Modules provided in Total and these exclusives: Power Review, Student Support and Success Guarantee.
50% Time Savings: On average, Plus students prepare to pass in less than half the time the average typical successful candidate spends (2019 CFA Institute Survey).
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Rapidly faciliate your curriculum grasp with these to-the-point content summaries (the foundation of the Focus course) organized by reading and including practice questions, full explanations, tips and insights.
500+ pages.
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Supercharge your understanding of exactly what you need to know (no more, no less) following these snappy-paced step-by-step topic lessons that drill down to identify and solve the key items and learning exercises.
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Improve your comprehension of exam-critcal concepts, in no time, using these easy-to-follow micro-demonstrations.
(107 clips, on average 5 minutes each).
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Test and sharpen your content knowledge and applied skills practicing with this progress tool of exam-level questions and detailed solutions organized into two quizzes per Topic Module.
(300 questions and answers)
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It's like fuel for your rocket!
Instantly take your score up a notch or two with this skills, drills & tutorials intensive that hones in on the heavily-tested topics and tricky exam questions most candidates flub.
(350 questions, full answers and video solutions; released 4 weeks prior your exam window.)
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It's like having your teacher wherever you are!
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All 10 Topic Modules Total is our Focus Course that includes all 10 Topic Modules in one package at a reduced price.
Nothing new that isn't included in the Singles, just a more convenient and economical way than buying each Topic Module individually.
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Rapidly faciliate your curriculum grasp with these to-the-point content summaries (the foundation of the Focus course) organized by reading and including practice questions, full explanations, tips and insights.
500+ pages.
CAD 249 when bought alone. -
Supercharge your understanding of exactly what you need to know (no more, no less) following these snappy-paced step-by-step topic lessons that drill down to identify and solve the key items and learning exercises.
(50 videos, on average 40 minutes each). -
Improve your comprehension of exam-critcal concepts, in no time, using these easy-to-follow micro-demonstrations.
(107 clips, on average 5 minutes each). -
Test and sharpen your content knowledge and applied skills practicing with this progress tool of exam-level questions and detailed solutions organized into two quizzes per Topic Module.
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By Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI | Level I CFA Exam Need an instant score and confidence boost, already studied the basics? Defeat your weaknesses at the opportune time with this bingeable high-impact drills, skills and tutorials intensive, all created and taught by Prof. Gordon. Power Review for the Level I CFA exam identifies the hidden testable concepts that other prep providers miss, recaps and ties together the must-know material and score-raising techniques to make it happen. |
DELIVERY FORMAT & TIMING: On demand with any device. Released 4 weeks prior to the exam window. BEST CFA CANDIDATE: Students who've already covered most of Level I CFA Program content, and need a powerful crunch-time study blast to head into exam day with confidence. |
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STUDENT FAVOURITE: Many Power Review students also buy the Study Notes Set (quick-reference curriculum resource, especially helpful as exam day draws near). |
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Study Notes Set By Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI | Level I CFA Exam Want the most concise, condensed and clear version of the curriculum? Clinch your content knowledge and competency, in the least bit of time, with these straight-forward summaries, all written by Prof. Gordon. It's all here: the ins and outs, the do's and don'ts. The Exam Success Study Notes Set for the Level I CFA exam is a superb curriculum companion; yet it's a potent comprehension and score stimulator all by itself! |
DELIVERY FORMAT & TIMING: On demand with any device (Printable PDFs). Access granted upon enrollment. BEST CFA CANDIDATE: Students who want an "ABC" guide to simplify, streamline and elevate their command of the entire curriculum or any particular topics. |
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STUDENT FAVOURITE: Many Study Notes students also buy the Power Review or opt to upgrade to a Focus Course bundle (Total or Plus) which already includes the Study Notes Set and delivers a better value. |
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Watch (Or Listen) and Learn By Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI | Level I CFA Exam Need a walkthrough? We have several free videos on all kinds of Level I CFA Program topics, from Ecomomics to Portfolio Management. Or listen to Prof. Gordon teach you how to get easy marks. You're guaranteed to learn something new — and even game-changing. Browse the Exam Success library of free videos for the Level I CFA exam, and take your pick. (You can't go wrong.) |
4:53 min CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Tariff Part 1 |
2:28 min CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Tariff Part 2 |
1:11 hrs CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Exchange Rates, Tariffs, Fundamental Relationships |
2:14 min CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Tricky Language |
8:54 min CFA Exam - Level I Portfolio Management Practice Question #1: Money Weighted Rate of Return |
3:41 min CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Easy Mark |
3:54 min CFA Exam - Level I Economics: Exam Success vs. Other CFA Program Prep Providers |
5:21 min CFA Exam - Level I Quants: Probability Concepts You Must Know |
Prof. Brian Gordon,
CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI

Pass with the Prof: For the Level I CFA exam, Exam Success students prepare to pass with one of most gifted and experienced CFA Program exam prep designers and educators in the profession, company founder and Canada's own Prof. Brian Gordon, CFA, CFP, CIM, MBA, FCSI.
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Brian's powerful no-nonsense study solutions for the Level I CFA exam leverage his 20+ years of proven CFA Program prep know-how, and do the hard work for you. They cut the fat, simplify the material, fire you up and show you precisely where to invest your time, efficiently guiding you with a strategic roadmap to exam success. Exam Success, your simplest path to a pass... and a better life.
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